My Intuitive

Clinical Evidence

Commitment to meaningful evidence

The science behind evidence-based care

Intuitive supports the generation of high-quality clinical evidence through collaborative research initiatives. We work with clinicians, hospitals and medical/surgical societies to uncover the benefits of da Vinci technology while maintaining a patients-first mindset. Examining outcomes data helps generate evidence showing da Vinci technology value to patients, surgeons, societies and other key stakeholders.

Navigating outcomes evidence

Part of Intuitive’s practice is to perform systematic literature reviews. A recent large-scale meta-analysis is now available. These results are based on internal, unpublished meta-analysis of peer-reviewed literature for robotic-assisted procedures using the Intuitive da Vinci surgical system. They highlight value, and help educate and inform evidence-based decision-making by physicians, health care providers, payors, and policymakers.

Evidence that demonstrates value

We conduct traditional clinical studies, outcomes research, and we utilize real world evidence (RWE) databases. Explore recent evidence.
Prospective hernia study
Comparative outcomes for inguinal hernia repair early results (open, laparoscopic, or robotic-assisted).
Lobectomy: Premier database analysis
Comparative outcomes research publications for lobectomy using Premier database (robotic-assisted, open and VATS).
Sigmoidectomy for diverticular disease
Comparative outcomes research publication of sigmoidectomies for diverticular disease using Premier database (robotic-assisted, open, and laparoscopic).

Collaborative research

Working with surgeons, institutions, and societies we help contribute to the body of knowledge about minimally invasive care. Collaborative research includes multicenter studies and society partnerships such as these.

ANCOR study on right colectomy
A multi-center prospective comparison of intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomoses for minimally invasive right colectomy.
PORTaL study on lung cancer
Multi-centre retrospective study evaluating perioperative outcomes for robotic-assisted VATS and open lobectomy.
SureForm stapler study for colorectal procedures
Single-centre study evaluating the performance of the SureForm Staplers (60 and 45) for transection and/or creation of anastomosis during robotic-assisted colorectal procedures.

Ongoing increase in publications

Since 1998, over 34,000 peer-reviewed publications referencing our technologies have appeared in various clinical journals, and the number is growing. They include: randomized studies, systematic reviews, real-world evidence analysis, prospective and retrospective comparison studies, and pre-clinical studies.

Interested in participating in research projects?

We actively seek collaborators on a variety of research projects. We partner with surgeons and institutions in studying emerging clinical procedures, advanced technologies and techniques. Our clinical affairs team invites you to learn more and get involved in our collaborative research initiatives.

Intuitive grant programs

In addition to a clinical evidence programme, Intuitive has a research and educational grants programme. Our awards support clinical and technology developments and further research in the field of surgical robotics.